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. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems. 1-1 Front Seats. 1-2 Rear Seats.

1-9 Safety Belts. 1-12 Child Restraints. 1-32 Airbag System.

1-55 Restraint System Check. 1-66 Features and Controls. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book.

We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle. Section 1 Front Seats.1-2 Manual Seats.1-2 Six-Way Power Driver Seat.1-3 Manual Lumbar.1-3 Heated Seats.1-4 Reclining Seatbacks.1-4 Head Restraints.1-6 Passenger Folding Seatback.1-6 Power Lift Seat.1-8 Rear Seats.1-9 Rear Seat Operation.1-9 Safety Belts.1-12 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone.1-12 Questions and Answers About.

Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Six-Way Power Driver Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To adjust the power seat, do the following:.

Move the seat forward or rearward by pushing the control toward the front or back of the vehicle. Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats. The buttons are located on the outboard side of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. Press the top of the switch to turn the feature on. The seat will heat to the high setting. The indicator light above the switch will be lit next to the number 2.

To return the seatback to an upright position, pull up on the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback. Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Head Restraints The head restraints on both the front and rear seats are adjustable.

Press the button on the side of the post to adjust the head restraint. Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head.

CAUTION: If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe injury or even death. Secure objects away from the area in which an airbag would inflate. To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. If your vehicle has the passenger folding seat without an airbag, press either lever located on the back of the seatback.

Pull the seatback up to lock it into place. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted or caught in the seatback.

Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Folding the Seatback Your vehicle may have a split folding rear seatback. To fold down the rear seatback on the sedan, do the following: 1. Open the trunk and pull one or both of the handles located on the upper part of the trunk opening. CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.

That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.

Once a lever is pulled, the seatback can be pushed into the down position. CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.

After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work.

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive.

Put someone on it. 1-14 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.

The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something.

Or the instrument panel. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield. or the safety belts!

With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces.

That is why safety belts make such good sense. 1-16 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts. If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts?

You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.

If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.

And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-20 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.

What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.

It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-22 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm.

In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.

In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.

The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt.

If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. Slide the guide under and past the belt.

The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.

The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. Malibu MAXX There is a safety belt routing guide attached to each outside passenger position in the rear seat of the Malibu MAXX. Here is how to use the safety belt routing guide: 1.

Slide the edge of the safety belt (D) through the opening at the top of the guide (B). Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are located on the retractor part of the safety belts.

They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?

If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice.

Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. 1-36 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.

Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness.

How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.

Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Child restraint Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure using LATCH the child restraint properly. Child restraint or Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can occupant using move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure safety belt people in the vehicle. In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments.

The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle. Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.

Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Seating positions with top tether anchors. (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Rear Seat For MAXX models, to assist you in locating the lower anchors, each rear anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion, showing where the. Sedan For sedan models, the top tether anchors are located behind the rear seat on the filler panel. MAXX For MAXX models, the top tether anchors are located on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the.

Passenger’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B. Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C.

Driver’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors MAXX A. Passenger’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors B. Center Rear Seat Lower Anchors C. Driver’s Side Rear Seat Lower Anchors Make sure to attach the child restraint at the proper anchor location. This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not use the vehicle’s safety belts.

Instead use the vehicle’s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether. If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. See Head Restraints on page 1-6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out 5.

To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, of the retractor to set the lock. Pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor.

Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Buckle the belt.

Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you.

Safety belts help keep you in position for airbag inflation before and during a crash. Where Are the Airbags?

The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-58 The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver, it is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. If your vehicle has a seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger, it is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-60 If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.

The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other. If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform, the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph (19 to 26 km/h), and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph (29 to 38.5 km/h). What Makes an Airbag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules.

What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated.

Roof-mounted side impact airbags deflate more slowly and may still be at least partially inflated minutes after the vehicle comes to rest. In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for your airbag system. Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly?

If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, front end or side sheet metal or height, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. side impact airbags (if equipped), or the side impact airbag module, garnish trim and ceiling covering for the roof-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped). Do not open or break the airbag coverings. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle.

NOTES 1-68. Section 2 Keys.2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System.2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation.2-6 Doors and Locks.2-11 Door Locks.2-11 Power Door Locks.2-12 Door Ajar Reminder.2-12 Delayed Locking.2-13 Programmable Automatic Door Locks.2-13 Rear Door Security Locks.2-14 Lockout Protection.2-14 Trunk (Sedan).2-15 Liftgate (MAXX).2-16. Section 2 Mirrors.2-38 Manual Rearview Mirror.2-38 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar.2-38 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar and Compass.2-39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass.2-41 Outside Power Mirrors.2-43 Outside Power Heated Mirrors.2-43 Outside Convex Mirror.2-43 ®. Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons.

They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. One key is used for the ignition and all locks.

When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has a bar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed by your dealer before it is delivered. Each tag has a key code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Remote Keyless Entry System If the vehicle has the keyless entry system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle’s doors may be locked and unlocked, and the trunk or liftgate may be opened from approximately 3 feet (1 m) up to 197 feet (60 m) away with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote vehicle start feature, you can also start the vehicle’s engine with the remote keyless entry transmitter.

(Unlock): Press the unlock button to unlock the driver’s door. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors, and the liftgate will unlock. The interior lamps will turn on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and/or the parking lamps flash when the remote keyless. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years.

You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote start feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. When the remote start system is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it may automatically regulate the inside temperature. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following.

The parking lamps will turn off. Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at the vehicle, and press the remote start button. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door. Press the top of the switch to unlock all doors and liftgate, if equipped.

Press the bottom of the switch to lock all doors and liftgate, if equipped. The rear doors do not have power door lock switches. Delayed Locking This feature allows the driver to delay the locking of the vehicle. It will not operate with the key in the ignition. See Lockout Protection on page 2-14. Press the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter lock button once. With the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, the following will occur:.

Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them.

Trunk (Sedan) To unlock the trunk from the outside, use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure it fully latches. CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside. Power Windows The power window switches are located on the armrest on the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.

Express-Down Window The driver’s window also has an express-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Press the front of the switch part way, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. Window Lockout The driver’s power window controls also include a lockout button. (Window Lockout): Press the lockout button to stop the rear passengers from using their window switches.

The driver and front passenger can still operate all the windows with the lock on. When the red part of the switch is visible you have returned to normal window operation. The system will arm either:. Thirty seconds after all the doors and the liftgate (MAXX) are closed or,.

Sixty seconds with any door open If you press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter a second time while all the doors and liftgate are closed, the system will arm immediately. How to Turn Off the System Alarm To turn off the system alarm, do one of the following:. Press the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The system will then re-arm itself. Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key to have a new key made.

In an emergency, contact ® Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside III + Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to on within five seconds of removing the original key. The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the security light went on due to how quickly the key is programmed. Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions.

Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow the radio to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. Your radio will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACC.

Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals cannot move farther away from the standard position, but can move rearward for better pedal reach.

Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater, if your vehicle has this feature, can help. You will get easier starting and lower fuel usage during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. Automatic Transaxle Operation (Base Models) Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats.

PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle.

The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

Electronic Range Select Mode This feature allows you to limit higher gears by selecting a maximum gear range when the shift lever is in LOW (L). The button for this mode is located on the left of the shift lever knob.

When the shift lever is first moved into LOW (L), the display in the instrument panel shows L3. Automatic Transaxle Operation (SS Models) Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. 2-30 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if. Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system.

You have to apply your regular brake and press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition key is in ON. Driver Shift Control (DSC) This feature allows you to select lower or higher driving gears when the shift lever is in MANUAL MODE (M). The button for this mode is located on the left side of the shift lever knob. To use this feature, do the following: 1.

SECOND (2) Gear Start Feature When accelerating your vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into SECOND (2) gear. A higher gear allows you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces. With the DSC feature, the vehicle can be set to pull away in SECOND (2) gear.

Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 2-36 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell.

Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror This mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust the angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you to see out of the back window. To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ® with OnStar and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass and OnStar ® more information about OnStar, see OnStar on page 2-44. The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started. Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass.

This feature enables the mirror to sense nighttime glare from vehicle headlamps from behind and automatically dim to reduce the glare to a safe level. The automatic dimming feature turns on each time the vehicle is started. Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north.

If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance, the compass could give false readings. The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. Outside Power Mirrors The controls for the outside power mirrors, are located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the selector switch located below the four-way control pad to the left or right to choose either the driver’s side or passenger’s side mirror. To adjust a mirror, use the arrows located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.

® OnStar System ® OnStar uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call ®. Safe and Sound Plan. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification. Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment. Emergency Services.

Roadside Assistance. Stolen Vehicle Tracking. AccidentAssist. Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert.

Remote Diagnostics. Online Concierge Directions and Connections. Universal Home Remote System The Universal Home Remote System, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems, and home lighting. Universal Home Remote System Operation Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature.

This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your Universal Home Remote Transmitter. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter.

Release both buttons. Press and hold the newly-trained Universal Home Remote button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the Universal Home Remote button. Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S.

Gate operators are manufactured to time out in the same manner. Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained, follow these steps: 1.

Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button. Do not release the button. Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover (MAXX) Your vehicle may be equipped with an adjustable panel/cargo cover feature.

The panel/cargo cover can be adjusted into three positions. To use the panel in the lower position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides. To use the panel in the upper position, do the following: 1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the top guides. Slide the panel forward. Press down and pull rearward on the back of the panel to lock it in place.

This can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area. Sunroof If the vehicle has a sunroof, the switch to operate it is located on the overhead console between the sun visors. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in ACC or ON, or while retained accessory power (RAP) is active.

See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-24. NOTES 2-54. Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview.3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers.3-6 Other Warning Devices.3-6 Horn.3-6 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel.3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals.3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.3-8 Flash-to-Pass.3-8 Windshield Wipers.3-9 Windshield Washer.3-10 Rear Window Wiper/Washer (MAXX Model).3-10 Cruise Control.3-11. Section 3 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light.3-39 Enhanced Traction System Active Light.3-39 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light.3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage.3-40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.3-41 Oil Pressure Light.3-44 Security Light.3-45 Cruise Control Light.3-45 Highbeam On Light.3-45 Fuel Gage.3-46 Driver Information Center (DIC).3-47. Instrument Panel Overview. The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Outlets.

See Climate Control System on page 3-22. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.

Cruise Controls (If Equipped). See Cruise Control on page 3-11. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. The lever that allows you to tilt and telescope the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.

To tilt and telescope the wheel, pull down the lever. Then move the wheel to a comfortable position, pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.

To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down to the latched position. Windshield Wipers Use this lever, located on the right side of the steering wheel, to operate the windshield wipers. (Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. & (Intermittent; Speed Sensitive Wipers): Move the lever to this position for intermittent or speed sensitive operation. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. If your vehicle has a rear window wiper, the switch is located on the center console. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4. Press the top of the switch to put the wiper in continuous operation mode. Press the bottom of the switch to put the wiper system in delay mode.

Setting Cruise Control 4–Spoke Steering Wheel 3–Spoke Steering Wheel Cruise Controls The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. (On): This position activates the system but does not set the speed. RES+ (Resume/Accelerate): Press this button to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you are driving about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the RES+ button on your steering wheel. Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp switch has the following four positions: (Headlamps): This position turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps.

(Parking Lamps): This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only. The following charts show the condition of the vehicle’s exterior lamps when the transaxle is not in PARK (P) and the switch is moved to each position: United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Daytime Lamps Headlamp Parking Lamp Taillamp United States Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps Headlamp Parking Lamp. Canadian Exterior Lamp Positions for Nighttime Lamps Headlamp Parking Lamp Taillamp Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver’s door and turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Headlamps Off in PARK (P) This feature works when the ignition is on and it is dark outside.

The DRL system will turn your low-beam headlamps on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:. The ignition is on. The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO.

In addition, Canadian vehicles DRL will also turn on if you have turned on your parking lamps. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the automatic lamp control system so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The automatic lamp control system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay. Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them.

Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions. The on position will turn on the lamp anytime. Front Reading Lamps Push the lens to turn the reading lamps on and off. The reading lamps will turn on when the door is open if the dome lamp is in the door position. The reading lamps will also turn on with the dome lamp switch in the on position. Accessory Power Outlet(s) With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone. For vehicles with Traction Control system, the accessory power outlets are located on the front of the center console storage area and also inside the console storage compartment.

Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter. To use the lighter, located on the instrument panel below the climate controls, push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot. To change the air delivery settings, turn the right knob to select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.

(Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the floor outlets. Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. When it’s cold outside 0°F ( 18°C) or lower, use the engine coolant heater, if equipped, to provide warmer air faster to your vehicle. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant that the engine uses to provide heat to warm the inside of your vehicle. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.

This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window.

. Cruise Control.13 Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet Malibu. Please read this information about your vehicle’s features and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (Trunk/Liftgate Release): The trunk or liftgate will unlatch when this button is pressed and held for approxi- mately one second. You can open the trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle is stationary.

The liftgate on the Maxx can be opened only when the vehicle is in Park. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Remote Vehicle Start System (if equipped) Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. Press and release the (Lock) This feature allows you to start the button on the transmitter. Engine from outside the vehicle by using 3. DRIVER PERSONAL FIT FEATURES Driver Seat Controls Lumbar and Seatback Position Adjustment (if equipped) The driver’s seat can be adjusted fore/aft and up/down as well as Adjust the lumbar support using the reclined. The front and rear tilt of the lumbar lever (A) located on the outboard seat cushion also can be adjusted, side of the driver’s seatback.

DRIVER PERSONAL FIT FEATURES Adjustable Throttle and Brake Outside Power Mirrors Pedals (if equipped) The outside power rearview mirrors may be adjusted using the controls located on the driver’s door. Use the selector switch (A) to select the driver-side mirror or passenger-side mirror.

AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Radio and CD Player Controls noise. Press this button to set the vol- ume compensation level at Low, Medium or High. (Seek/Scan): Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or pre- vious radio station or, when a CD is playing, to the next or previous track. AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES 2. Use the ADJ knob to select the hour. (Seek): Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous 3.

Press the Clock button. Radio station or, when a CD is playing, 4.

Use the ADJ knob to select the to the next or previous track. AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Multiple-Disc CD Player (if equipped) Note: CDs with any affixed labels may jam in the CD player. Label a CD using a perma- nent marker.

If more than one CD is inserted into the slot at one time, or if scratched or With the in-dash 6-Disc CD player, note damaged CDs are played, the CD player that you cannot directly load a CD as in. AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Rear Seat Audio/Entertainment System (if equipped) Rear Seat Entertainment – DVD The Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) sys- tem has all of the functions of the RSA This feature allows front seat and rear system, with the added features of a seat passengers to listen to different DVD player, flip-up video screen, remote audio sources at the same time using. INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel A B C I J K L M A. Side Window Outlets M. Cruise Control B.

Side Air Outlets N. Turn Signal/Light Control Lever O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (if equipped) D. Instrument Panel Cluster P.

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle’s instrument panel is Note: The instrument panel cluster is equipped with this cluster or one very designed to let you know about many similar to it. Important aspects of your vehicle’s operation. It is important to read your The instrument panel cluster includes Owner Manual and become familiar these key features.

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Driver Information Center (DIC) Press and hold the ENTER button to re- set the information while it is displayed. Your vehicle’s audio system also has an Vehicle Feature Personalization integrated Driver Information Center A variety of your vehicle’s features can (DIC) that provides vehicle information be personalized to your preference. CONVENIENCE FEATURES such as door ajar or low fuel, as well as RES + warnings if a problem is sensed in a (Resume): Press vehicle system. This button to resume a set To acknowledge a message and clear it speed, or to from the display, press any of the DIC increase the buttons. CONVENIENCE FEATURES Preventing Window Fogging Maximum Air Conditioning To cool the vehicle quickly on hot days, (Defog): Use this mode to clear the open the windows just long enough to windows of moisture and to warm pas- let the hot inside air escape; then, for sengers.

CONVENIENCE FEATURES Exterior Lamps exterior lights. The DIC will display an Automatic Lights Off message. To acti- vate ALC, turn the switch again. ALC is always turned on when the vehicle is started.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Speed-Sensitive Wipers Automatic Lamp Control Your vehicle is equipped with an.

CONVENIENCE FEATURES Electronic Range Select Mode/ Driver Shift Control Press the + (plus) side of the button to upshift. As vehicle speed increases, you will need to manually upshift.

If current vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur. SEATING AND CARGO VERSATILITY Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat (if equipped) 2. Position your hand over the top of one or both of the handles and pull toward you.

The left handle opens the larger seatback; the right handle The front passenger seat can be folded opens the smaller side. MAXX FEATURES Unlatching the Liftgate Note: For vehicles equipped with the rear seat DVD system, locate the molded-in rib located on the plastic carpet retainer at the bottom of the left rear door opening. Keep- ing the seat rearward of this rib will ensure that the DVD screen can be fully opened without interfering with the seat. MAXX FEATURES Rear Wiper 1. Insert the front corners into the selected shelf guides and slide the shelf forward. Press down on the back of the shelf to lock it down.

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